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How to Best Enjoy a River Cruise: What Not to Pack Tidbits and Seasonal Advice

How to Best Enjoy a River Cruise: What Not to Pack Tidbits and Seasonal Advice

Most of the cruise ships traveling up and down the great rivers of Europe have pretty much the same room layouts, with limited storage space under the bed. As a...

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Turkey Day Sips (for under $15!) with a little Italian Flare

Turkey Day Sips (for under $15!) with a little Italian Flare

When it comes to turkey, including an elegant red wine is a Thanksgiving staple, and if you are looking for a lighter option to pair with a diverse group of dishes,...

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Thanksgiving for Vegetarians: Grilled Vegetables on Tandoori Naan Bread

Thanksgiving for Vegetarians: Grilled Vegetables on Tandoori Naan Bread

Don’t eat turkey? No worries. This recipe – using festive, colorful vegetables, goat cheese, and Kontos Rustics Collection™ flatbread – is perfect for Thanksgiving...

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George’s Rants and Raves: Jameson Select Reserve Black Barrel Irish Whiskey

George’s Rants and Raves: Jameson Select Reserve Black Barrel Irish Whiskey

What in the world does Jameson Irish Whiskey and mustaches have in common? Don’t freak out; they don’t distill mustaches and turn them into whiskey. Neither...

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Sippin’ In The City

Sippin’ In The City

Sippin’ In The City is the type of Wine and Food event that we really like! You get to mingle with just the right amount of people while tasting a limited number...

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Turkey Day Sips (for under $15!) from South Africa

Turkey Day Sips (for under $15!) from South Africa

Why buy expensive Chardonnay or Pinot Noir when you can spice up your traditional Thanksgiving wine pairings and save on your budget with some great selections from...

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Sensational Seasonal Cocktails from Gran Cosecha Tequila

Sensational Seasonal Cocktails from Gran Cosecha Tequila

Anyone feeling festive? These new crafty cocktails by Gran Cosecha Tequila are the perfect accompaniment for any gather or evening at home during the Autumn months....

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George’s Rants and Raves: Johnnie Walker Rye Cask Finish Scotch

George’s Rants and Raves: Johnnie Walker Rye Cask Finish Scotch

I absolutely love what Scotch distillers are up to these days. Apart from all the usual geographical differences, grain and weather variations, different water sources,...

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Wines of the Week: Lovely sips from from Cariñena, Spain

Wines of the Week: Lovely sips from from Cariñena, Spain

D.O.P. Cariñena has it all: old vines, heirloom varietals, complexity of soils, and higher elevations. Located in the northeastern region of Aragón, Cariñena...

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Savory Sweet Potato Bisque

Savory Sweet Potato Bisque

Have you ever thought about what happens behind-the-scenes at a catered event or dinner party?  Have you ever thought you could do it better?  Founder of Food...

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